One man who has become available is Malky Mackay, who was sacked by Cardiff on Friday.

Albion have been keeping an eye on his situation for some time but there is no guarantee they will pursue him, not least as his dismissal from the Welsh club remains so raw.

It cannot be assumed he would necessarily want the job either.

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Malky Mackay was sacked by Cardiff on Friday

Jose Luis Mendilibar remains on Albion's list - indeed there have been significant bets taken overseas on him becoming the next Baggies boss - with Estudiantes boss Mauricio Pellegrino also a consideration.